TUCSON, ARIZ. — Bascom Arizona Ventures has acquired three apartment communities in Tucson and Sierra Vista for $70.2 million. The communities include the 290-unit Springs at Silverbell, the 196-unit Springs at Continental Ranch and the 186-unit La Entrada in Tucson. All three properties offer a resort-style swimming pool, relaxing spa, 24-hour fitness center, business center and private garages.

Bascom Arizona Ventures assumed the existing HUD loans for all three properties. Hamid Panahi of Marcus & Millichap represented the buyer and seller in the portfolio transaction. The on-site property management will be overseen by Arizona-based Morrison, Ekre & Bart Management Services.